The K2 Mindbender 88 is the frontside member of the redesigned Mindbender family, an 88 mm class carver built for hard snow and fresh corduroy. It runs K2's All Terrain Rocker, with mild camber underfoot, pronounced tip rocker and a touch of tail rocker.
Under the topsheet is an Aspen core for structure with Paulownia added to keep weight down, a Titanal I-Beam that covers about two thirds of the ski's width between the contact points, and Dark Matter Tech weighting in the forebody and mid-tail to calm vibration. K2 bonds it all with a bio resin that improves core bonding and cold-weather strength, and finishes it with a sintered base.
The trade-off is the one every narrow, metal-laced ski makes. It is happiest on firm snow and groomers, and it will feel more planted than playful once the snow gets deep. If most of your days are on the trail map rather than off it, that is exactly what you want.
It suits intermediate to advanced skiers who want a confident, friendly carver with real edge hold. Most skiers size it around chin to nose height, longer for strong skiers who like speed.
For crisp mornings on freshly groomed trails, the Mindbender 88 is a blast to lay over on edge.
Rocker at both ends with camber underfoot.
Aspen for structure and paulownia for lightness.
Bonds better with the core and adds cold-temperature strength, and is more sustainable than traditional resins.
A sheet of titanal between the contact points covering about two-thirds of the ski width.
Added weighting in specific areas of the forebody and mid-tail.
Sidewalls along the full length for power and edge hold.
A fast, durable sintered base.
| Length (cm) | Tip / Waist / Tail (mm) |
|---|---|
| 170 | 129 / 88 / 113 |
| 176 | 129 / 88 / 113 |
| 182 | 129 / 88 / 113 |
This guide is for alpine (downhill) skis. Ski length depends on your height, your ability, and how you like to ski. Use this chart as a starting point, then talk to us about the ski itself: rocker, width, and turn shape all change how long a ski feels.
| Height | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced | Expert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10" / 147 | 120–130 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 145–155 |
| 5'0" / 152 | 125–135 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 150–160 |
| 5'2" / 157 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 155–165 |
| 5'4" / 163 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 160–170 |
| 5'6" / 168 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 165–175 |
| 5'8" / 173 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 170–180 |
| 5'10" / 178 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 175–185 |
| 6'0" / 183 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 180–190 |
| 6'2" / 188 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 180–190 | 185–192 |
| 6'4" / 193 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 185–192 | 190–192 |
Not sure? Call us at (802) 253-4531 or stop in. Want to try before you buy? Demo a ski and we deduct the rental from the purchase.
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